1983 V-Max

stv1991 · Post by **stv1991** » Wed Jan 28, 2009 11:07 pm

This is my '83 V-Max 540. It's a work in motion. Not done yet but getting better every few months.

Robb

Post by **tyler440** » Thu Jan 29, 2009 9:18 am

wow that looks like a really good place to start!!! as a matter of fact if you told me you just finished it i would believe you... what to you plan on doing? widening?

stv1991 · Post by **stv1991** » Thu Jan 29, 2009 9:43 am

My plan is to completely go through this sled. I have already gone through the rear skid. I replaced all 13 bearings and ordered/replaced any worn out parts with new Yamaha parts. They were not cheap. Then I have gone through the front end. Took out all the TSS bushings and greased them up and replaced all new tie rod ends and shim kit. I also replaced the primary clutch. My bellypan has dents but I have a used pan that is perfectly straight. I also have an extra set of narrow skiis. I'm going to powdercoat the skiis and bellypan and then replace. I will also take out the motor and replace the crank seals and check the remaining bearings and lastly ceramic coat the exhaust. I plan on bringing it right up to or very close to show winning condition. It's a nice piece to start with as it only has 1300 miles on it.

Robb

Post by **Vmax540** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 1:45 pm

Robb, nice to see some of the old ones being taken care of !

agfirecat · Post by **agfirecat** » Wed Feb 04, 2009 12:25 am

That is another sweet 83 what is the chassis # on that one?